65. The Beer Can House

The Beer Can House in Houston is something you've got to see. In 1968, John Milkovisch, a quirky, retired upholsterer for the Southern Pacific Railroad, began adding on to his home in a unique way... with aluminum from beer cans. Although Milkovisch claims the project didn't begin as a work of art, it's certainly ended up that way. Over 50,000 beer cans, which Milkovisch drank over the course of many years, now cover the home for what has been deem, "practical and decorative reasons." (http://www.beercanhouse.org/about.php) Not only is it a sight to see, it also helps keep the electricity bill down.

Milkovisch is quoted on www.thebeercanhouse.org, saying, "Some people say this is sculpture but I didn't go to no expensive school to get these crazy notions.”

You can view a gallery of photos, both past and present at TheBeerCanHouse.org, but it's worth the trip to Memorial Dr & Washington Ave. to see it in person.

Admission to The Beer Can House grounds is $1.00.
Guided Tours, including house exhibition, are available for $5.00.
Self-guided tours available for purchase in the gift shop

Location:
222 Malone Street
Houston, TX

Hours:
The Beer Can House is open Saturdays & Sundays, Noon - 5pm